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Amelie Tompsett

Amelie Tompsett


‘Film is like a fluid glass of water. It changes shape and evaporates a bit’: An interview with stop-motion filmmaker Leo Wright

‘Film is like a fluid glass of water. It changes shape and evaporates a bit’: An interview with stop-motion filmmaker Leo Wright

An exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Leo Wright’s upcoming stop motion short film: The Dudley Bug
The Kneale Inheritance & New Voices in Horror: Headpress’ 35th anniversary extravaganza

The Kneale Inheritance & New Voices in Horror: Headpress’ 35th anniversary extravaganza

Two events of the day – the work of Nigel Kneale and student-made short horror film The Shedding
Music from the Margins & Sex Murder Art: Headpress’ 35th anniversary extravaganza

Music from the Margins & Sex Murder Art: Headpress’ 35th anniversary extravaganza

Two events of the day – obscure, bizarre music and the films of Jörg Buttgereit with Headpress founder David Kerekes
Letterboxd: Exposing student habits and opinions on ‘the social network for film lovers’

Letterboxd: Exposing student habits and opinions on ‘the social network for film lovers’

How do students use Letterboxd and how do they feel about the platform?
From counterculture to pop culture: The story of indie publisher Headpress Books

From counterculture to pop culture: The story of indie publisher Headpress Books

The Manchester-founded company celebrates its 35th anniversary this year
Manchester Film Festival: Animated Shorts (28th March)

Manchester Film Festival: Animated Shorts (28th March)

From plasticine pigs to crime-fighting cats: highlights of the animated short films at Manchester Film Festival.
AI and the publishing industry: Can human creativity keep up?

AI and the publishing industry: Can human creativity keep up?

I contacted three independent publishers to garner their views on AI and discover how it is impacting the industry.
28 Days Later and beyond: A comparative review

28 Days Later and beyond: A comparative review

The post-apocalyptic zombie horror film 28 Days Later began a franchise 23 years ago that has recently been revived, but is it worth watching the new releases?
Museum practice with Dr Campbell Price: Ancient Egyptian mummies and repatriation

Museum practice with Dr Campbell Price: Ancient Egyptian mummies and repatriation

I spoke to a curator about his role at the museum, the ethicality of displaying mummified remains, and the value of returning items to their communities of origin
Junk journalling: A low-cost hobby that transforms trash into treasured memories

Junk journalling: A low-cost hobby that transforms trash into treasured memories

What is junk journalling, how do you get into it, and why should you do it?
Spotlight on Withington: the student scene south of Fallowfield

Spotlight on Withington: the student scene south of Fallowfield

A lot of people new to Manchester have yet to hear of the ideal student spot Withington — an underrated area for a fun day or night out
Finding your party theme and how to host

Finding your party theme and how to host

Learn how to make your house party unforgettable with a bit of preparation and an exciting theme
Spooky season watchlist for horror haters

Spooky season watchlist for horror haters

There’s no better time to dive into a world of supernatural film and TV than now – but we know jump scares aren’t for everyone. This guide rounds up the best picks for the season, from uncanny Halloween-style watches to cosy autumn stories